Cat.No.5455
Instruction Manual
Introduction
Measurement
Measurement tips and precautions
Replacing the Batteries
Error Meassages
Thank you for purchasing the instrument.
Read and follow all safety instructions before
operating the instrument.
Fairure to comply with the following instructions
may result in personal injury or property damages.
This instrument measures amount of light absorbed
by shining the near infared light to the fruit
then converts to Brix (sugar level) to display.
Brix (sugar level) can be measured with no need
to cut and squeeze the fruits.
Measurment variance may be seen depending on
the variety and harvest timing. This instrument is
equipped with offset function to match the value
in such cases.
Place a fruit, then
press the START button.
Press the
START button
Press the
side button
Press against a fruit,
then press the side button.
The measurements are displayed.
The temperature difference between the
surface and the inside of the fruit, and
temperature difference between this
instrument and the fruit may affect the
measurement values.
Especially when measuring refrigerated
fruits, be sure to let the fruits acclimate
to the ambient temperature.
The instrument may not measure correctly
when there is water droplets, dust or scar,
and bruising soft spots.
Measure an area larger than 70mm in
diameter with no dents.
Be sure to avoid any spacing between the
fruit and the outer cushion to avoid the
external light interference. If the cushion
is deteriorated, please replace it with a
brand new cushion. (Refer to “How to
change the cushion”)
Example for measurement value: Take few
measurements from the same fruit, then
compute and use the average.
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Acclimate the fruit and this instrument
to ambient temperature.
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Clean the surface of the fruits.
Do not measure the spoiled spots.
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Place the sample stage to the fruit.
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Sugar level varies depending on the
measured area.
When there is an operation error or malfunction, the below
error message will show with alarm sound for warning.
The battery is low.
Measurement was
taken for fruits with
Brix lower than the
measurement range.
Measurement was
taken when the unit’s
temperature was 5℃
or lower.
Measured when
the main unit’s
temperature is
exceeding 45℃.
Measurement was
taken when the fruit’s
temperature was 5℃
or lower.
Measured when the
fruit’s temperature
is exceeding 45℃.
Measurement was
taken for fruits with
Brix highter than the
measurement range.
The instrument is
faulty.
R e p l a c e t h e
batteries. Contact ATAGO if
this error persists.
When the history
of measured data
reaches 100.
Turn
O F F t h e N F C
Function or Delete Data
History.
※
Main unit’s temperature
error will preferentially display
when the main unit’s and
fruits’ temperatures are both
out of range.
When it is outside of temperature
compensation range.
Digital Hand-held “Pocket” IR Brix Meter
PAL- HIKARi ５
or
1. Insert a coin in the groove on the battery
compartment cover. Turn the coin
counterclockwise to remove the cover.
2. Insert two batteries
3. Align the cover and push it down.
4. Close the battery compartment cover by
pushing the cover in with a coin in the groove
and turning it clockwise until it stops.
Observe the correct polarity.
Groove
When the
cover is
open
When the
cover is
closed
・ About battery indicator
When the battery icon indicates the low power
level , replace both batteries with a brand new set
of AAA alkaline batteries (1.5V).
* Check the expiration dates on batteries before
purchase.
Touch the fruit and do not move.
5455-E09
QR code
The warranty period extension method 1 year 2 years
The warranty period will be extended from 1 year to 2 years when you register customer information.
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Beep
Beep
11.7
12.2
12.4
＝
12.1
11.7+12.2+12.4
3
（Example）
Note
Beep
Depending on the variety, there may be a difference between the refractometer (sugar
meter) and the measured value. Please confirm the difference from the value measured
with your refractometer (PAL - 0 of the set when purchasing IR Brix Meter x Brix Meter)
and use the offset function as necessary. (Refer to “Offset Function” )
Measurement was
taken while the
sample stage was not
in contact with fruit.
When correct measurements
are not achievable due to
interference from external
light.
There is a
temperature
difference between
the fruit and the main unit.
Parts
Contents
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Main unit (with silicone cover)
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1
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Instruction Manual(this book)
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1
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Inspection Report
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1
・C
ushion RS (for replacement)
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3
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AAA alkaline batteries
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2
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AAA alkaline batteries are included.
Silicon cushion R
Light emitting part
Radiation
temperature
sensor
Cushion RS
Receiver
START button
Battery compartment
Side button
Sample stage
LCD
Menu button
Lanyard hole
Full
＜
LCD Auto Shut-off
＞
The instrument will turn itself off
after 30 seconds of inactivity.
To manually turn it off, hold down
the START button for more than
3 seconds.
